2,000 IBs (pounds) are in a ton.
Answer:
8.4 dollars
Step-by-step explanation:
The error is in the resolution of the proportion. In fact, the initial proportion is correct:

where x is the total cost. However, the following step of the resolution is wrong. In fact, the correct resolution is the following:
- Multiplying by x on both sides:

- Multiplying by 3.5 no both sides:

And now we can find x:

So, the total cost is 8.4 dollars.
The actual distance between the two towns is 15 miles.
Answer:
36 cups
3/12 = 9/c
Step-by-step explanation
3 ÷ 12 = .25
each cup = 25 cents
9 ÷ .25 = 36
Marco sold 36 cups of lemonade.
3/12 = 9/c